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Hirtella prancei

Declining

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Hirtella prancei faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Brazilian Amazon. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development further threaten the integrity of its remaining habitat, while climate change may alter the specific environmental conditions this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Hirtella prancei is endemic to lowland tropical rainforests of the Brazilian Amazon, typically occurring in primary forest understory and forest edges. The species appears to prefer well-drained soils in terra firme forest formations at elevations below 500 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hirtella prancei classified as Endangered?
Hirtella prancei is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Hirtella prancei faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Brazilian Amazon. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development further threaten the integrity of its remaining habitat, while climate change may alter the specific environmental conditions this endemic species requires.
Where does Hirtella prancei live?
Hirtella prancei occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Hirtella prancei?
The main threats to Hirtella prancei are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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